Purchasing Agent

Job Summary Initiate or receive field purchase requisitions, log and assign purchase order number, route to purchasing supervisor or project management for approval Research vendor/supplier prices, delivery dates, etc. through written bid or verbal quote Negotiate and place purchase orders (change orders) with selected vendors, and prepare documentation as required Negotiate equipment rental agreements with suppliers, document terms, complete insurance forms Negotiate and place long term or "blanket" purchase orders for routine (constantly required) materials, administer such contracts Expedite/coordinate material deliveries, invoice problems with Accounting and vendor, quality requirements with Engineering, and material identification with Material Control Comply with all company and customer safety policies and procedures. Qualifications 2 years' recent electrical construction material procurement or related experience preferred Advanced knowledge of procurement/vendor inspection techniques, procedures, and working knowledge of accounting, financial management and business contract law Proficient MS Office/EXCEL knowledge Excellent written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) background check, drug test, and MVR check when responsibilities require operating motor vehicles. Company Overview: IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, a subsidiary of IES Holdings, Inc. (IES), an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. IES is traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. IES Commercial, Inc. operates diverse business units across the United States, each focusing on distinct market segments and geographies, with some business units operating nationally. Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it. Benefits: Exceptional benefits including 401(k) Retirement Plan with company discretionary match, flexible medical-dental-vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability insurance, basic life/AD&D insurance, paid holidays, and highly competitive pay in addition to paid-time-off. #J-18808-Ljbffr